This piece took best of show at the Museum of Wisconsin Art member’s show a few years ago. I’ve had requests to build several more since then. The woods are Tiger Maple and Ziricote.
Category Archives: Finished Work
Sapele and Spalted Maple 5 Drawer Jewelry Chest
Recently completed this larger jewelry chest. Ribbon Sapele has become one of my favorite woods to work with. The way it changes with the direction of light makes it fascinating to look at.
Music Stand for my Granddaughter
My granddaughter Jessica is an outstanding violinist. So a while ago I thought I’d try to build her a music stand. this is the end result. It’s primary wood is Ribbon Sapele. The hardware came from my supply of jig and fixture parts.
Look Mom … I’m on TV!
Had a great time as a featured artist on INSP TV’s Handcrafted America program. It first aired April of 2016, but has been repeated periodically. I believe it is now in its third season and a great program for those interested in things made by talented artists. Info on the program and updates to schedules available here
A glued and dry box is ready for more cuts.
Bob shows his grandson sanding techniques for a box insert.
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Quarter-sawn Sycamore Jewelry Box
I was fortunate to get several wide QS Sycamore board with color going from light to dark across the board. Combining that with Purpleheart accent trim, and a Zebrawood lid panel resulted in what I thought was a really neat and striking bo
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Best of Show
This piece just received a “Best of Show” award at the Museum of Wisconsin Art’s Members Show. The primary wood is Tiger Maple and the accent wood is Wenge.
